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Yesod Williams of Pepper

There are a million and one things that can go awry while on tour, from the mundane to the absurd to the downright dangerous. TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN

By Stephen Bidwell
Jan 31, 2020

September 1985 — Jeff Watts

September 1985 - Back Through The Stack

Modern Drummer
Jan 31, 2020

Tower of Power’s David Garibaldi

Garibaldi’s classic body-moving tracks expanded the drumset vocabulary, inspiring generations of stick wielders. TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN

by Jeff Potter
Dec 18, 2019

Why Do You Do It?

Over the years you’ve no doubt read many a pro drummer or MD columnist espouse the importance of learning as wide a range of styles as possible. TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN

by Adam Budofsky
Dec 27, 2019

Acoustic vs. Electronic Drums Plus Other Topics

Modern Drummer readers respond to Danny Carey, Drew Thompson and Shawn Mendes comments from recent interviews. TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN

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Dec 27, 2019
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Grace Potter’s Jordan West

Since leaving her native Fort Wayne, Indiana, for Los Angeles, California, Jordan West has drummed with the likes of Seal and Andy Summers of the Police. TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN

by Meredith Ochs
Dec 27, 2019

Ilan Rubin on The New Regime’s Heart

Ilan Rubin on the New Regime's Heart TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN

by Ken Micallef
Dec 27, 2019

Mapex Black Panther

The Design Lab is what Mapex dubbed its group of drummers, engineers, and designers who contributed ideas and opinions on ways in which the drumset could be improved to maximize its sonic potential. TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO…

By Michael Dawson
Dec 27, 2019

Sabian HHX Complex Series

The HH series is Canadian manufacturer Sabian’s original recipe for the classic hand-hammered Turkish cymbal sound, which the company has a direct connection to via founder Robert Zildjian. TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN

by Michael Dawson
Dec 27, 2019

ddrum Dios Maple and Bamboo Snares

The Dios series was originally ddrum’s maple-only offering. The line has since expanded a bit to include a shell pack and snare with a gorgeous zebrawood veneer and snares made from steel, bronze, and bamboo. TO READ THE FULL STORY:…

by Michael Dawson
Dec 27, 2019

Eric Harland — Jazz Swinger, Drum Prophet

The Texas native has played on hundreds of albums, recorded multiple soundtracks, performed with jazz royalty, and led his own incendiary projects. TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN

Story by Ken Micallef | Photos by Gene Ambo
Dec 27, 2019

Joel Taylor

Possessing a clean, clear, punchy style that he can adapt to any environment, Joel Taylor is one of the most in-demand drummers in Los Angeles. TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN

Story by Ken Micallef | Photos by Alex Solca
Dec 27, 2019
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Chris Vatalaro—Man on the Move

Saying that the world is his stage doesn’t come close to describing the drummer’s career. TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN

By Bob Girouard | Photos by Anton Coene
Dec 27, 2019

The Power of Silence

As drummers, we spend so much time developing technique, expanding our musical vocabulary, and obsessing over the components of our drumset. TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN

by Dylan Wissing
Dec 27, 2019
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